This Day In Market History: Ford Sets $5 Per Day Minimum Wage
Each day, Benzinga takes a look back at a notable market-related moment that occurred on this date.
What Happened: On this day in 1914, Henry Ford raised the minimum wage for his factory workers to $5 per day.
Where The Market Was: The Dow traded at around 83. Today, the Dow is trading at 30,223.89.
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